Opening next Thursday (November 24th) at France’s premier art toy emporium, Artoyz, “Paper Whispers” is the debut solo show of David Moneiro, aka ‘Hello Smelly Trees’. Featuring a host of paper crafts, wooden creations and illustrations, the medium of paper is the central focus of Moneiro’s latest work.
Artoyz explains some of the thinking behind the project-
This exhibition explores the relationship between the artist and his first media of expression: paper. The contact of tools on paper creates different musical tones; if it is bent, cropped, cut, or scratched, it will, with the help of a pencil or sharp pen, produce different effects.Even if these effects produce just whispers, heard only by the artist himself, they are evidence of the paper’s soul.
Born in the mid-80’s, Moneiro has worked as an art director for several agencies, and is currently working freelance. He has taken part in many group shows over the years, creating and exhibiting paintings, illustrations and custom toys under the moniker Craiion. His show will be running until December 31st at Artoyz’ Paris gallery/store. Check their web page here for more information.
(photos- artoyz)
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